Job Description

: Accountant

Scotia Recycling Limited (SRL),

a member of the

Scotia Investments Limited (SIL)

family of companies,is an operator of Atlantic Canada's leading recycling facilities located in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland. With an approximate workforce of 200 dedicated employees, we specialize in the collection, processing, sales, and brokerage of recyclable materials, and are a proven industry leader that has been in operation since 1976.

We are currently looking to hire a skilled

Accountant

for a 12-month contract to join our team based in scenic Hantsport, Nova Scotia.

Reporting directly to the Interim Controller, Scotia Recycling, the

Accountant

will be responsible for the following:

Primary Accountabilities

Tracking payments and expenditures, including purchase orders, invoices, and statements. Reconciling processed payments through verification of entries and other supporting documents to balances. Maintaining the accuracy of historical data and records. Providing support in audit and tax preparation. Verifying and posting of expense reports. Correspondence with customers and vendors regarding payment schedules, outstanding credits, and other finance-related inquiries. Posting AR invoices and payments in Sage 300 and reconciliation to the bank. Verifying and importing operational data into Sage 300. Depot petty cash expenses and petty cash bank transactions posting in Sage 300 and reconciliation with bank. Preparing an analysis of accounts and other monthly reports including inventory Any other tasks as assigned .

Qualifications

Post-secondary education in a related field. 2-3 years of Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable experience. A combination of both would be ideal. Self-starter who demonstrates initiative, strives to meet deadlines, accepts responsibility, and works with a minimum of supervision. Ability to work well in a team environment where multi-tasking is a necessity. Understanding of general accounting policies and procedures. Outstanding knowledge of MS Office; and accounting systems.
Scotia Recycling offers an industry competitive salary and benefits package, with potential opportunity for long-term professional development and career growth. If you are interested in this challenging and rewarding opportunity, please submit a resume, to

tlefrense@scotiarecycling.com.

Please note: We are looking to fill this position soon and may begin interviews before the deadline.

Scotia Recycling is an equal opportunity organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Work Location: In person